El Calafate in 2 Days: The Ideal Itinerary

Two days in El Calafate add the ice and cruises. This 2-day itinerary covers Perito Moreno, ice trekking and a glacier cruise — with the top-rated tours to book.

At a glance

1Day 1: Perito Moreno
2Day 2: ice trekking
3Or glacier cruise
4Estancia asado

Day 1: Perito Moreno

The boardwalks and an optional boat safari.

Day 2: ice trekking

Walk on the glacier with crampons.

Or: glacier cruise

Sail to Upsala and Spegazzini.

El Calafate in 2 days — FAQ

Is 2 days enough for El Calafate?

Two days lets you see the Perito Moreno glacier on day one and go ice trekking or take a glacier cruise on day two — the core glacier experiences.

What should I not miss in 2 days in El Calafate?

The Perito Moreno glacier, ice mini-trekking, and a glacier boat cruise to Upsala and Spegazzini.

Is ice trekking on Perito Moreno worth it?

Yes — walking on the glacier’s blue ice with crampons among crevasses and pools is a thrilling, unforgettable highlight.

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